One of the biggest mistakes job seekers make is they go straight into writing a resume without the right preparation. Preparation is not just about formatting and layout, it’s also about knowing what to include and what to highlight.
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Before heading straight into writing your job application it’s important to take a step back and assess what you bring to your applications.
Essentially the key is to
- Review your employment experience and achievements in detail
- Document everything
- Identify the areas you want to highlight for your applications
When it comes to your work experience you want to ensure you are clear on
- The dates of your employment
- Your key objective in the role as well as your responsibilities
- Any achievements or professional developments you completed
When reviewing your education you need to identify
- The course you completed and any subjects included
- Your marks
- Any extracurricular activities you were involved in
Once this is clear you will able to pinloint exactly what you want to inckude in your applications in response to the job you are applying for.
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